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HiCON Motion Controller / Re: Hicon Integra 7866 to Gecko G201

« on: November 18, 2020, 09:05:14 AM »

Hello Ken

You can use the wiring of G210. Connect Dr- (direction-) and Sp- (step-) from the 7866 controller to the Gecko.  Connect +5V from the controller to the Common of the driver.

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HiCON Motion Controller / Re: 5 axis machine build

« on: October 09, 2020, 05:35:30 PM »

Hello

We contacted Mach Support and got this answer

High acceleration values make CV blending hold closer to the paths, thus LESS smoothing.  He should NOT run the CV wizard unless he is using extreme angles.  Set the look ahead to 200 or so. 

Also, smoothing the points is not the job of Mach or any CNC.  The job of the CNC is to follow the points as closely as possible!! 

CV was designed to allow for faster roughing where each segment doesn't come to a complete stop.  So CV does have the effect of smoothing.  Within the constraints of the motors' capabilities.  But it isn't going to smooth out very course polygons. 

If he wants smoother polygons, the CAM program needs to make them more granular.  That is the best bet for him. 

If you are facing further problems related to Mach please contact their support.

It is better to use a licensed Mach4. We have Mach licenses available on our website for purchase. Please scroll to the bottom for prices.

http://www.vitalsystem.com/portal/motion/hicon/hicon_integra/hicon_integra.php

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HiCON Motion Controller / Re: 5 axis machine build

« on: October 07, 2020, 05:22:26 PM »

To check if the error is in the HiCON controller, please do Test Motion on B and C axis using the plugin config screen, and watch the motor and the graph for any jerks.  This way it will isolate if the problem is mach4 or the motion controller or your mechanical system.

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HiCON Motion Controller / Re: 7866 Dimensions

« on: September 29, 2020, 11:44:11 AM »

Hello,

I have attached to this post a basic dimensions diagram of the 7866 casing. If any further information is required, please contact support@vitalsystem.com.

Regards,
VitalSystem Support Team

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HiCON Motion Controller / Re: FIFO Overflow Error

« on: September 29, 2020, 11:35:08 AM »

Hello,

Most likely the FIFO buffer level in the plugin system tab is set too high. Try setting the max buffer level to 80 and the polling frequency to 120 and see if this alleviates your issue.

Regards,
VitalSystem Support Team

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HiCON Motion Controller / Re: THC is not adjusting height

« on: September 29, 2020, 11:28:55 AM »

Hello Adohrman,

We have created and released a new ArcPro Screen and Firmware. If you have purchased an ArcPro combo within the last year, then you can upgrade to the new system free of charge. Simply send an email to support@vitalsystem.com and we can provide you with the most up-to-date files.

Regards,
VitalSystem Support Team

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dspMC/IP Motion Controller / Re: DSPMC/IP V3

« on: August 10, 2020, 12:34:25 PM »

Hello johny

The new DSPMCv3 only works with Mach4. We have stopped supporting Mach3 for all of our controllers.

Regards
Vital Support

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HiCON Motion Controller / Re: 7766: ERROR: Motor 0 Set Still without in position 339695 339694

« on: June 29, 2020, 04:44:02 PM »

Nothing to worry about. The machine is probably running very slowly. Both position numbers are matching and the message " Motors are now set still:" means it is working as intended.

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HiCON Motion Controller / Re: dual spindle setup

« on: May 07, 2020, 06:17:27 PM »

You can connect both the spindles to the 0-10v and use one of the relays to switch between the spindles.

You cannot run two spindles simultaneously at different speeds. Must be both at same speed or would have to switch between them.

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HiCON Motion Controller / Re: I/o question

« on: April 23, 2020, 02:01:45 PM »

Here is an example.

Code: [Select]

function M8()
    local inst = mc.mcGetInstance()
    local pierceOutput = mc.mcSignalGetHandle(inst, mc.OSIG_OUTPUT1);
    mc.mcSignalSetState(pierceOutput, 0);
end

if (mc.mcInEditor() == 1) then
    M8()
end

Scripting Manual is available in your mach installation folder under Docs.